Swimmers should always:

• Treat Sports Leaders who may be teachers, coaches, club officials or parents with respect
• Play fairly at all times, do their best
• Respect team members, even when things go wrong
• Respect opponents, be gracious in defeat
• Abide by the rules set down by Swim Ireland and their club.
• Arrive at training and galas on time
• Leave the changing room clean and tidy
• At galas, swimmers should stay with the team
• Act safely on poolside; no running or pushing
• Talk to the Coach, Team Captains, Club Children’s Officer or Committee Member if they have any problems.

Swimmers should never:

• Cheat
• Use violence
• Use physical contact that is not allowed within the rules
• Shout or argue with officials, team mates or opponents
• Harm team members, opponents or their property
• Bully or use bullying tactics to isolate another person
• Use unfair or bullying tactics to gain advantage
• Use bad language
• Take banned substances
• Keep secrets about any person who may have caused them harm
• Tell lies about adults / young people
• Spread rumours.
• Behave in a manner that might bring Swim Ireland or their club into disrepute